Archives Tag: Voting
Voting en-Masse: An Antidote to Rigging
April 19, 2022
Vote rigging seemed to have evolved from the Do or Die brigandage which used to be the order of the day. Yes, violence and intimidation were still recorded in the last elections, but as the electoral law evolved and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) changed its guidelines and methods, political jobbers adapted to the … Continue reading Voting en-Masse: An Antidote to Rigging
By adedoyin
Iconic Pictures from Nigeria Decides 2019
April 19, 2022
The national elections held on the 23rd of February nationwide, and while the elections were marred with violence in some parts of the country – and as we eagerly await the results of possibly the most contentious elections in Nigeria’s history – here are 10 iconic pictures from the elections: Feature image source: Twitter
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The Build-Up To The 2019 General Elections
April 19, 2022
The 2019 General Elections are only a few days away and Nigerians everywhere are very eager to decide who gets to sit on the people’s throne for the next four years. Some Nigerians believe the present government is playing the part of a dictatorship, rather than a democratic government elected into power by the same … Continue reading The Build-Up To The 2019 General Elections
By achem
A People Deserve the Government they Get
April 19, 2022
There is always a struggle to prevail at every election cycle. There is a pressure to not ever be on the losing side. And this burden is not only resting on the politicians, but it is also resting equally on their supporters and their voters indirectly. This pressure to win is borne out of the … Continue reading A People Deserve the Government they Get
By adedoyin
Introducing Issues-Based Politics as Campaign Season Begins
April 19, 2022
The much-awaited presidential campaign season began officially on Sunday, 18th November as the ban was lifted by INEC. However, not until the 1st of December will counterpart governorship candidates have a go at going head to head in their respective states with their promises to the people and campaign proper. Now that the ground is … Continue reading Introducing Issues-Based Politics as Campaign Season Begins
By adedoyin
Banky W For House of Reps!
April 19, 2022
Empire Mates Entertainment (EME) Boss, Banky W, has joined the list of the many Nollywood stars who have veered into mainstream politics. The “Lagos Party” crooner declared his intention to run for a seat in the Federal House of Representatives under the umbrella of the Modern Democratic Party at the party’s convention in Lagos. He … Continue reading Banky W For House of Reps!
INEC Readiness for 2019 Elections
April 19, 2022
The midterm elections where some Congressmen and Governors get elected in the United States has been ongoing for a few days now and it is coming to a close already. Analysts are predicting that a few seats will be snatched from incumbent Republicans and vice versa as Democrats have mobilised en-masse for a voting drive … Continue reading INEC Readiness for 2019 Elections
By adedoyin
CAF Unveils 11 Categories For 2018 CAF Awards
April 19, 2022
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled a total of 11 categories for the 2018 CAF awards. According to a statement issued on the CAF official website on Monday, the awards categories comprise of both individual and collective awards — and, nominees will be selected strictly on their performance in the past 10 months … Continue reading CAF Unveils 11 Categories For 2018 CAF Awards
By achem
How and Why the Third Force May Split Opposition Votes Badly in 2019
April 19, 2022
It has been a subject of controversy in political discourse that opposition (Third Force) other than that from a major political party has a tendency of weakening the total votes cast against the incumbent party. Of course, there are tenable arguments for or against this notion but most of it is a strong argument. A … Continue reading How and Why the Third Force May Split Opposition Votes Badly in 2019
By adedoyin
ELOY Awards: 2018 Nominees List
April 19, 2022
The 10th Edition of The Exquisite Lady of the Year (ELOY) Awards is gradually drawing near and preparations are in full gear. In 2009 a long conceived idea came to life. Exquisite magazine the organisers of this prestigious awards, Led by its publisher Tewa Onasanya, have been consistently celebrating women of excellence in different field … Continue reading ELOY Awards: 2018 Nominees List
Buhari vs Atiku: The Real Politicking Begins
April 19, 2022
In a dramatic turn to a tightly contested race, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar emerged as the presidential flag-bearer of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the coming 2019 elections. Atiku, the Wazirin Adamawa, beat 11 other candidates in a keenly contested but openly democratic process which cast a positive note and drew positive reactions … Continue reading Buhari vs Atiku: The Real Politicking Begins
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Oby Ezekwesili Emerges ACPN Presidential Candidate
April 19, 2022
Former Minister of Education and co-convener of the Bring Back Our Girls campaign, Oby Ezekwesili, on Sunday emerged the presidential candidate of the Allied Congress Party of Nigeria (ACPN). Her Success Story Ezekwesili was a co-founder of Transparency International, serving as one of the pioneer directors of the global anti-corruption body based in Berlin, Germany. … Continue reading Oby Ezekwesili Emerges ACPN Presidential Candidate
By achem
Sanwoolu Upsetting Ambode: The Godfatherism in the Game
April 19, 2022
Less than 2 months ago, the name Jide Sanwoolu got proper media attention for the first time. The media attention was for an unusual reason. However, 57 local government chairmen across Lagos were literally appending their signatures to a register which was said to be an endorsement of Sanwoolu’s candidacy as next APC governor of … Continue reading Sanwoolu Upsetting Ambode: The Godfatherism in the Game
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Tiwa Savage and Davido Nominated for MTV EMA 2018
April 19, 2022
The nominees for the MTV Europe Music Awards 2018 have been announced, with Nigeria’s Tiwa Savage and Davido are nominated in the Best African Act category. The Best African Act is one of the regional award categories at the annual EMAs which rewards outstanding African artistes. This year’s Best African Act category has Fally Ipupa … Continue reading Tiwa Savage and Davido Nominated for MTV EMA 2018
Thursday Talks: Millenials And The Challenges Of Nation Building
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s civic tech organisation, BudgIT Nigeria, and EiE (Enough is Enough) Nigeria, a Coalition of young Nigerians promoting good governance and citizen engagement, will be hosting three seasoned speakers on the Independence Series of ‘Thursday Talks’ themed: ‘Millenials and the Challenges of Nation Building’. The event that is set to hold at the Civic Hive, … Continue reading Thursday Talks: Millenials And The Challenges Of Nation Building
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